How To Fix STW_OL015 - Too many parameters for method &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: STW_OL - Messages of the Object Layer (Stream Work Library)

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Too many parameters for method &1

What causes this issue?

The method signature of method &sy-msgv1& has more than one parameter
tagged as optional, but only one of these parameters can be supplied in
one call. In the current scenario more than one of the parameteres has
been supplied and the system is not able to decide which one should be
chosen.

System Response

The function cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

This requires a code change of the calling application.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message STW_OL015 - Too many parameters for method &1 ?

  The SAP error message STW_OL015: Too many parameters for method &1 typically occurs when a method is called with more parameters than it is defined to accept. This can happen in various contexts, such as ABAP programming, where a method is invoked with an incorrect number of arguments.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Method Call: The method is being called with more parameters than it is defined to accept. This could be due to a typo, misunderstanding of the method's signature, or changes in the method definition that were not reflected in the calling code.
  Changes in Method Definition: If the method was modified (e.g., parameters were added or removed) but the calling code was not updated accordingly, this error can occur.
  Dynamic Calls: If the method is being called dynamically (e.g., using CALL METHOD with a parameter list), the parameters passed may not match the expected signature.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Method Definition: Review the method definition to confirm the expected number of parameters and their types. Ensure that the method is being called with the correct number of parameters.
  Update Calling Code: If the method definition has changed, update the calling code to match the new signature. Remove any extra parameters that are not needed.
  Debugging: If the method is called dynamically, use debugging tools to inspect the parameters being passed at runtime. Ensure that the parameters match the expected types and count.
  Documentation: Refer to the method documentation (if available) to understand its expected parameters and usage.
  
  Related Information:
  
  ABAP Documentation: Check the SAP Help Portal or ABAP documentation for more details on method definitions and calling conventions.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or discussion groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.